A Church of England Parish, affliated to Forward in Faith and the Society, under the Episcopal Care of the Bishop of Richborough

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Thursday, 29 September 2011

Children and Young People

St Mary's Sunday School meets each week during the Parish Mass and is supervised by enthusiastic and experienced leaders. Summer picnics, Christmas parties, and coach outings to attractions like London Zoo, Legoland and the seaside are also part of our annual programme.

We have a good relationship with the Shrine at Walsingham and take our youngsters there each year. Children are prepared for Confirmation during their first year at secondary school.

St Mary's has a Child Protection Policy and all those who come into regular contact with our children and young people have received child protection training and hold a current CRB Clearance.

VISITS

We are always happy to welcome visitors, but please note that the church is not usually kept open.

To avoid disappointment, do make contact with us to arrange your visit. For those using satellite navigation the postcode is NN8 1HJ. Entry to the churchyard is via St Mary's Paddock in Knox Road. Click here for more information.

CONFESSIONS

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

ROSARY BVM

All other Fridays of the month at 5.30pm.

BAPTISMS, WEDDINGS, FUNERALS

Contact the Parish Priest in order to make arrangements for baptisms (christenings), weddings, or funerals.

SAFEGUARDING

St Mary's has a Parish Safeguarding Policy (available in church) and has appointed a Safeguarding Officer to assist the Parish Priest in all safeguarding matters. Our Parish Safeguarding Officer can be contacted on (01933) 275122. The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser can be contacted on (01733) 887040.